Name: Best of Detroit
Start: 2026-05-29T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-29T23:00:00-04:00
Location: Best of Detroit

May 29
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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Overview

The Best of Detroit Party is back, and this year we’re celebrating 30 years of Hour Detroit!

For 30 years, Hour Detroit has been the city lifestyle magazine bringing readers the best places to dine, shop, and explore across metro Detroit.

Now, we’re celebrating our 30th anniversary in style with the Best of Detroit Party on Friday, May 29, at The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit.

Get ready for three floors of food, drinks, and nonstop entertainment. Guests will sample bites from more than 25 incredible Best of Detroit restaurant finalists and winners, sip signature cocktails, and celebrate alongside Detroit’s most fabulous crowd in the heart of downtown.

The energy keeps going with electrifying live performances on the main stage from Best of Detroit finalist music acts, including RockStar and Your Generation in Concert, making this a night you won’t want to miss.

The Best of Detroit Party is where we celebrate the winners and finalists of Hour Detroit’s annual readers’ survey, featured in the June issue. Think the best food, the best drinks, the best places, and the best people in metro Detroit, all under one roof for one unforgettable night out.

Early Bird Event Tickets:

General Admission:

🎟️ $100

Entry at 7:00 PM.

Includes food tastings from top restaurants, access to all main event areas, cocktails, and live entertainment.

VIP Admission:

🎟️ $165

VIP reception at 6:00 PM.

Exclusive perks include first tastings from participating winners, access to the VIP lounges, and more!

Please note: This is a 21+ event. Valid ID required for entry.

Recommended Attire:

Best of Detroit is known for its fashion-forward features and stylish crowd. Dress like you’re on the cover of the magazine in your best Hour Detroit red carpet chic attire.

Event Parking:

Valet parking is available at the venue for $30, with additional street parking and covered parking structures located nearby. We recommend entering through the Washington Blvd entrance. Event registration and check-in will be located on the ground floor near the valet.

Please have your QR code ready upon arrival.

Thank You to Our Participating Restaurants!

Adelina

Allergy Free Bakery

Anna's House

Bell Bistro

Board ‘n Roll Charcuterie

Breadless

Noble Fish

Ray's Ice Cream

Rudy's Prime Steakhouse

The Taco Cartel